MediaInfo

Shows the technical metadata of a video or audio file: codec, encoder, creation date and sometimes the recording device.

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https://mediaarea.net/en/MediaInfo

Type
Desktop app
Cost
Free
Touches the target?
No, passive
Account needed
No
Category
Metadata
Platforms
linux, macos, windows
Link status
Online, checked 2026-09-26

Takes

Gives you

  • metadata

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